Designer

ABB Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

ABB Inc. in Houston, TX seeks a skilled electrical designer/drafter to develop and maintain electrical drawings and models using 2D and 3D tools.

You will work with engineers to produce coordinated, code-compliant designs and manage drawing revisions throughout project lifecycles. You should have at least 2 years of mechanical/electrical design experience, proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical and Revit, and familiarity with electrical schematics and standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in mechanical or electrical design/drafting, industrial/commercial/construction environment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical 2D and Autodesk Revit 3D.
• Familiarity with electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to preparation of design assignments meeting contractual obligations and safety/quality standards.
• Prepare and maintain accurate electrical design drawings using 2D/3D tools.
• Support development of design concepts into complete documentation sets.
• Check designs for completeness, clarity, and accuracy.

Skills

2D/3D modelling

AutoCAD Electrical

Autodesk Revit

Electrical schematics

BOM creation

CAD certification

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Revit 3D

SolidWorks Electrical

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner-and every person here makes that happen. You'll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Electrical Engineering Manager

Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining accurate electrical design drawings and models to support project goals. Using both 2D and 3D design tools, this role involves creating layouts, schematics, and documentation in accordance with applicable standards and project requirements. The designer collaborates closely with engineers and multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, constructible, and code-compliant designs. Key responsibilities include managing drawing revisions, supporting design reviews, adhering to established workflows, and contributing to problem-solving throughout the design process. The role also involves staying current with industry practices and design technologies to support continuous improvement and project success.

The work model for the role is: hybrid #LI-Hybrid

This role is contributing to the Automation Energy Industries division in Houston, TX.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Contributing to the preparation of specific aspects of design assignments to meet the contractual obligations, adhering to relevant standards, safety, cybersecurity, and quality requirements.
• Preparing and maintaining accurate electrical design drawings using 2D and 3D tools.
• Supporting the development of design concepts into complete documentation sets.
• Checking and verifying designs for completeness, clarity, and accuracy.
• Creating and maintaining organized records of design files, revisions, and supporting documentation.
• Updating design documents throughout project life cycles.
• Using standard processes and tools and assisting in developing new processes and tools for the reuse of technical solutions.
• Assisting in the development of design templates, libraries, and symbols / components.
• Participating in design reviews and incorporate feedback from engineering leads or project managers
• Mentoring junior designers or drafters in best practices and tool usage where appropriate.
• Communicating effectively with team members, vendors, and clients to resolve design issues.

Our team dynamics

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

Qualifications for the role

• You enjoy working with 2D and 3D modelling software for projects in the industrial market
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical 2D
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit 3D
• Familiarity with electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and cable routing.
• Familiarity of electrical codes and standards (e.g., NEC, IEC, IEEE, CSA) is a plus.
• Ability to generate accurate bills of materials (BOM), reports, and documentation.
• Certification in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, or SolidWorks Electrical) is a plus.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in mechanical or electrical design / drafting, preferably in an industrial, commercial, or construction environment.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams (e.g., mechanical, structural, and civil designers)
• Experience interpreting and developing electrical control systems and single-line diagrams.
• Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

What's in it for you?

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You'll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that's tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affimative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affimative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to [e-mail]. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]

Health, Life & Disability

• Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
• Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
• Vision benefit
• Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
• Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
• Voluntary life and AD&D - 100% employee paid up to maximums
• Short Term Disability - up to 26 weeks- Company paid
• Long Term Disability - 60% of pay- Company paid. Ability to "buy-up" to 66 2/3% of pay.
• Supplemental benefits - 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
• Employee discount program

Retirement

• 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
• Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

Time off

ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.

More about us

The Energy Industries Division serves a wide range of industrial sectors, including hydrocarbons, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, power generation and water. With its integrated solutions that automate, digitalize and electrify operations, the Division is committed to supporting traditional industries in their efforts to decarbonize. The Division also supports the development, integration and scaling up of new and renewable energy models. The Division's goal is to help customers adapt and succeed in the rapidly changing global energy transition. Harnessing data, machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI), the Division brings over 50 years of domain expertise delivering solutions designed to improve energy, process and production efficiency, as well as reduce risk, operational cost and capital cost, while minimizing waste for customers, from project start-up and throughout the entire plant lifecycle.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact?